Barista | Esprit Noir

Discover the Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour.

Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour welcomes guests into a world of luxury blending French Art de Vivre and local culture. The Flagship hotel boasts 590 rooms and suites, four vibrant bars and restaurants, a stunning, award winning outdoor infinity pool, state of the art gym overlooking the city skyline, exclusive top floor Executive Lounge and our well renowned luxurious spa.

Outstanding people make it all happen and we are committed to creating an energising, rewarding and exciting work environment. Become part of a culture that is dedicated to executing exceptional luxury experiences for our guests.

Inspiration, Recognition & Reward

As a valued member of our team, you will be immersed in a world of exceptional privileges and bespoke rewards. Enjoy unparalleled access to exclusive industry benefits across a global portfolio of luxury accommodation, fine dining, and curated lifestyle experiences. Indulge in daily privileges such as artisan coffee at a preferred rate and a specially crafted Ambassador dining menu, designed to elevate your everyday. To support your continued growth, we offer a distinguished learning platform—an elegant fusion of expert knowledge and tailored development—ensuring you flourish in a culture that celebrates excellence, sophistication, and personal ambition.

• Provide warm and welcoming service to all guests. 
• Ensure tables and service areas are kept clean and tidy.
• Demonstrate the “Passion for Excellence” through serving our guests with flair and professionalism, ensuring that their requests are quickly and efficiently achieved.
• Ensure all guests are provided with personalised service and that the “Essence of Pleasure” is achieved.
• Embody the art of French hospitality through a “can do” attitude.
• Maintain all areas and equipment.
• Observe all hygiene, safety and security procedures, ensuring that all hazards are reported.
• Explaining the menu and drinks list to guests, assisting those with special dietary needs or preferences as well as provide knowledge when making recommendations.
• Mix and serve drinks and food items to tables.
• Liaise with the Kitchen on special requests.
• Maximise sales opportunities by upselling items.
• Placing orders through micros ensuring accuracy whilst ordering.
• Clear and reset tables as well as ensuring service areas are clean and tidy.
• Maintain standards of hygiene for food handling and presentation.
• Promote a safe workplace by recognising hazards and promoting general WHS practises.

Benefits, Rewards, Motivations

• Industry benefits worldwide on accommodation, dining and lifestyle services.
• Access to daily discounted coffee and Ambassador dinning menu. 
• A unique training platform to enhance your skills and knowledge.

• Strong communication skills.
• Previous barista experience, with good espresso-based coffee and other beverages knowledge.
• A friendly, guest-focused attitude with passion for providing exceptional and memorable moments.
• A high standard of grooming and presentation.
• Must hold your Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) Certificate
• Ability to work a rotating roster including weekends & public holidays.

If you share our passion for hospitality, service excellence, innovation and drive, we would love to hear from you!

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know. 

Please note that full Australian Working Rights and Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate are required for this role.